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Japanese Anime Production Costs Surge Over 50% Amid Global Demand
Rising global popularity and streaming competition drive up expenses for anime studios in Tokyo.
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Japan Advances Ultra-Fast Maglev Train Connecting Tokyo, Nagoya, and Osaka
The Linear Chuo Shinkansen maglev project moves forward, promising to halve travel times between major cities and reshape a region home to 66 million people.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 7:34 PM
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Taiwan VP Suggests Possible Link Between Assault on Japanese Journalist and China’s Unity Law
Taiwan’s Vice President indicates the recent attack on a Japanese journalist may be connected to China’s policies on Taiwan, highlighting ongoing regional tensions.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 4:13 PM
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Japan's SBI Holdings Acquires 20% Stake in US Crypto Exchange EDX Markets
SBI Holdings aims to expand the use of its stablecoin through strategic investment in the American cryptocurrency platform.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 3:05 PM
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Japan's SBI Holdings Acquires 20% Stake in US Crypto Exchange EDX Markets
SBI Holdings aims to promote the use of its stablecoin through strategic investment in the American cryptocurrency platform.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 2:47 PM
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Japanese Bond Yields Approach 3% Amid Fiscal Concerns
Yields on 10-year Japanese government bonds rise above 2.8% as investors react to Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's expansionary fiscal policies and uncertainties over Bank of Japan rate adjustments.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 12:43 PM
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Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank Invests in New Zealand Infrastructure Investor Morrison
The partnership aims to capitalize on rising demand for data centers and energy assets driven by the global AI boom.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 10:41 AM
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Indonesia and India Strengthen Ties with Missile Deals and Digital Infrastructure Talks
On July 7, Indonesia and India signed agreements for missile supplies while exploring India’s digital payment system as a model for Indonesia’s technology future.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 7, 2026, 10:39 AM
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Pacific Nations Condemn China’s Nuclear-Capable Missile Test Over South Pacific
China’s missile launch into the South Pacific’s nuclear weapon-free zone has sparked regional alarm and calls for enhanced security cooperation.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 10:31 AM
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Samsung Electronics’ Q2 Profit Soars 19-Fold Amid AI-Driven Chip Demand, Shares Fall on Oversupply Concerns
Despite a record operating profit fueled by AI-related memory chip demand, Samsung’s shares dropped 6.9% as investors worry about a potential market glut.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 8:29 AM
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Tokyo’s Property Boom Signals Caution, Not Crisis, Say ASEAN+3 Economists
Senior economists highlight the need for coordinated efforts to maintain housing affordability amid rising luxury demand and foreign investment in Tokyo and Osaka.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 8:28 AM
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US-Sanctioned Hengli Petrochemical Reports Profit Surge Amid Global Market Shifts
Hengli Petrochemical, a Shanghai-listed company linked to a US-sanctioned Chinese refinery, more than doubled its profit in the first half of 2026, reflecting a broader profit increase in China's petrochemical sector.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 8:21 AM
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Cooperation Deal Between Danish NATO Port and Chinese Ningbo-Zhoushan Raises EU Security Concerns
The partnership between Denmark's Esbjerg Port and China's state-owned Ningbo-Zhoushan Port Group highlights tensions between the EU's green energy ambitions and safeguarding critical infrastructure.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 6:05 AM
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Pakistan Mandates Sharia-Compliant Banking for Domestic Lenders by 2028, Grants Foreign Banks Flexibility
New regulations require Pakistani banks to fully adopt Islamic finance models, while foreign banks can continue offering conventional services.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 6:04 AM
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Lynas and JS Link Agree to Build Rare-Earth Magnet Factory in Malaysia
Australia's Lynas and South Korea's JS Link partner to establish a rare-earth magnet plant in Malaysia, aiming to reduce reliance on China for supply chains.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 5:58 AM
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Shizuoka Governor Approves Construction of Japan’s Ultra-Fast Maglev Train Line
After more than a decade of delays, the maglev train project in central Japan moves forward following local government approval.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 4:51 AM
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Japan Considers AI System to Optimize Disaster Relief Distribution
The proposed AI system aims to improve the speed and efficiency of delivering aid by analyzing road conditions and retailer inventories.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 2:56 AM
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Germany’s TKMS Wins Canadian Submarine Contract Over South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean
Canada selects German shipbuilder ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems to supply up to 12 submarines for the Royal Canadian Navy, ending a yearlong competition with South Korea’s Hanwha Ocean.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 2:55 AM
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Lenovo Aims to Showcase AI Prowess at 2026 FIFA World Cup
Lenovo plans to leverage the global stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to highlight its artificial intelligence capabilities, signaling its ambitions in the AI sector.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 1:44 AM
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130-Year-Old Japanese Firm Innovates in Counterdrone Technology
A midsize navigation instrument company in Tokyo is emerging as a key player in developing advanced antidrone solutions.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 7, 2026, 1:43 AM
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China, Russia, and India Expand Transit Corridors in Myanmar
Myanmar advances transportation and energy infrastructure projects with backing from China, Russia, and India to enhance its role as a key logistics hub in Southeast Asia.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 6, 2026, 3:30 PM
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Philippine Senate Commences Impeachment Trial of Vice President Sara Duterte
The trial focuses on allegations of misconduct, emphasizing accountability in public office.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 6, 2026, 1:30 PM
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MUFG and JCB Launch Luxury Credit Card Targeting Wealthy Southeast Asians Visiting Japan
Japan's MUFG Bank and JCB introduce a premium credit card with exclusive perks to attract affluent consumers from Southeast Asia, starting in Indonesia and Thailand.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 6, 2026, 12:13 PM
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China’s State-Directed Takeover of Wuhan Z-Bank Highlights Banking Sector Debt Pressures
The absorption of Wuhan Z-Bank, a small private lender in Hubei province, reflects ongoing credit risks within China’s banking system.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 6, 2026, 10:56 AM